
5 Japanese Questions to Keep the Conversation Going
Stuck in awkward silences? Check out these 5 simple Japanese questions to keep your conversations flowing naturally and confidently! Perfect for everyday chats.

日本の普通は普通じゃない!? ―”Normal” in Japan is not normal!?
In Japan, water symbolizes spending freely! A simple phrase during study abroad led to a surprising cultural lesson—and showed the value of mistakes.

EXPO 2025 Osaka–Kansai Report ― 大阪・関西万博2025に行ってきました!
Join Ritsuko Sensei as she shares her firsthand experience at EXPO 2025, including must-see pavilions, cultural discoveries, and practical tips for visiting.

“ああ、生き返る” (Ah, I Feel Alive Again) Moment Explained
The Japanese word “生き返る (ikikaeru)” is used when you feel re-energized or refreshed. Discover how to experience that feeling in the midst of busy daily life in Japan.

Japanese Short Essay: 「なんかいい日」(Kind of a Good Day)
Read a short essay written by Mayu Sensei about small happiness in everyday life in Japanese, Furigana and English translation.